His mother told him that his sister and his fiancée, former hostage Ilana Gritzewsky, were waiting to see him
An emotional moment unfolded as released hostage Matan Zangauker embraced his mother for the first time in two years.
Mr Zangauker was among those freed today as part of the latest exchange deal.
His mother told him that his sister and his fiancée, former hostage Ilana Gritzewsky, were waiting to see him.
In a statement, the family thanked Israeli soldiers who have lost their lives in the war and said “Matan’s rehabilitation begins now.”
The Israeli military confirmed it had received all hostages verified to be alive after their transfer from Gaza by the Red Cross sparking cheering, hugging and tears among the thousands gathered at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv.
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